Get to Know Curtis Fifner, Attorney at Elk + Elk
Attorney Curtis Fifner has been with Elk + Elk in Dublin, Ohio, for nearly five years. In addition to representing clients in complex medical malpractice cases, Curtis helped advocate for the passage of House Bill 179 in 2024, legislation that clarified how hospitals can be held accountable in certain medical negligence cases.
From his dedication to patient safety to his advocacy for transparency and accountability in the legal system, Curtis’s career reflects his commitment to improving Ohio’s legal system for injured patients.
Interview with Curtis
How long have you practiced at Elk + Elk?
Since August 2021.
What do you like best about working at Elk + Elk?
The people. We are a great team of people who do their jobs well and support one another for the benefit of all our clients.
Curtis Fifner pictured with Antonia Mysyk (left) and Meaghan Geraghty (right)
What do you find most fulfilling about practicing law?
The ability to help people and make a difference in their lives. It could mean making someone take responsibility for their actions, even if they don’t want to. Or it might involve getting a decision or an agreement that helps my client feel better about what they went through. It’s a really amazing feeling, and it’s the reason I’m excited to wake up every day and fight hard for the folks who trust me with their cases.
Are there any legal issues or causes you are passionate about?
Patient safety in medical negligence, transparency and accountability in the legal system, and the work I put into advocating for the inviolate right to a trial by jury given to us by our Ohio constitution.
What was your first job?
I worked as a busser, host, dishwasher, and server at The Hickory House for four years. Working in the service industry was invaluable because if you can deal with unhappy, hungry customers, you can deal with anyone.
What is your favorite restaurant in Ohio?
Mitchell’s Ocean Club in Columbus. I love the food.
How do you spend your free time?
My family is my world, so any opportunity I can take to have fun with my daughters brings joy to me. If I can also throw golf into that equation, it’s even better.
